News
Federal High Court to scrap manual case filing April 24, launches e-filing April 27
The Federal High Court of Nigeria has announced plans to officially end manual filing of cases from April 24, as part of efforts to align with modern technology practices seen globally.
According to a statement released on Monday in Abuja by the Acting Chief Registrar, Yahaya Yakubu Shafa, the move marks a major step toward digital transformation within the judiciary.
He disclosed that a pilot electronic filing system, known as the e-filing platform, will begin operations at the Lagos Judicial Division starting April 27, 2026.
Shafa explained that with the introduction of the new system, all fresh cases will now be filed strictly through the e-filing platform, effectively bringing an end to the traditional manual process.
The development is expected to improve efficiency, reduce delays, and enhance access to justice for court users.
However, all matters instituted at the court prior to the go-live date shall continue to be processed manually until judgment is delivered and such matters are finally disposed of.
To ensure a seamless transition, all legal practitioners are required to obtain their legal mail accounts prior to the go live date, as possession of a legal mail address is a mandatory prerequisite for access to the e-filing platform.
The acting Chief Registrar explained that all documents requiring oath administration must also be processed through the e-affidavit platform but however clarified that the deponent must physically appear before a Commissioner for Oaths for the administration of the oath.
Furthermore, he said that every law firm or Chambers shall be required to upload all relevant registration documents issued by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) when creating their profile on the e-filing platform.
In addition, a two-day interactive training session on the e-filing system shall be held within the week of 20th to 24th April, 2026.
The statement enjoined all legal practitioners to be guided accordingly and to ensure strict compliance.
Follow Us on Google Discover
French authorities arrest teen over alleged plot to abduct Kylian Mbappe
Fury blasts Joshua, calls him ‘Coward’ as blockbuster fight delays
PFIPC: Reps clear Gbajabiamila, uncover forged documents
Wike tackles APC governors, accuses Uzodinma, Abdulrazaq of plotting against him
Akwa Ibom Gov’t sparks controversy after describing Akpabio as ‘Acting President’
I think about Tinubu’s re-election everyday, if he loses, Atiku, Obi will deal with me – Wike
Kwankwaso arrives Port Harcourt ahead of 2027 election
Uber announces exit from Nigeria after 12 years
2027: Any LG chairman who fails to deliver victory for APC, Tinubu will lose his seat – Gov Nwifuru
Wike sets 2027 deadline for completion of FCT projects
African Union to launch credit rating agency October 7
Tinubu’s ‘dictatorship’ may end Nigeria’s democracy, SDP’s Adebayo warns
UEFA unveils special debut patches for UCL debutants
Nigeria records 14 fresh Lassa Fever cases – NCDC
NDA publishes 78th regular combatant course admission list
NAF opens 2026 recruitment for tradesmen, non-tradesmen
I think about Tinubu’s re-election everyday, if he loses, Atiku, Obi will deal with me – Wike
2027: I will review NELFUND, offer debt forgiveness to Nigerian students – Atiku vows
‘Why can’t Nigerians buy petrol for N441-N872 per litre like, UAE, Angola Sudi Arabia, others’ – Atiku questions Tinubu
On LG Autonomy: I will send funds directly to LGs from Day 1 in office – Atiku vows
Yuguda warns Nigerians against Atiku’s promise to restore fuel subsidy, says its a political bait
2027: APC chieftain resigns, rejects support for Tinubu, Bauchi Governorship candidate
Don’t discuss Atiku’s NYSC certificate case against Tinubu in public – Judge warns lawyers
Xenophobia: Nigeria will no longer tolerate dehumanisation of its citizens in South Africa — Shettima
Tinubu’s effort to secure Trump’s support for re-election has failed – Atiku’s lobbying firm claim
North, biggest beneficiary of my reforms — Tinubu, Arewa Forum, others disagree
Nollywood hit by another loss as Atinuke Kareem dies after prolonged cancer battle
Strong GDP, Reserves don’t put food on Nigerians’ tables – APC Chairman
2027: Major Jack picked as Chinda’s running mate in Rivers